Air Force awards $19.6M for Remediation Services to Weston Solutions Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $19,621,071 ($19.6M)
Contractor: Weston Solutions Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2004-11-04
End Date: 2006-02-28
Contract Duration: 481 days
Daily Burn Rate: $40.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: TAS::57 3400::TAS 200505!000218!5700!FA8903!HSW/PKV !FA890304D8681 !A!N! !N!0028 ! !20041104!20060228!044519429!044519429!044519429!N!WESTON SOLUTIONS, INC !1400 WESTON WAY !WEST CHESTER !PA!19380!79545!041!08!UNITED STATES AIR FO!EL PASO !COLORADO !+000015834717!N!N!000000000000!C219!OTHER ARCHITECT&ENGINEERING SERVICES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !ZOP !* !562910!E! !5!B!M! !A! !20200930!B! ! !B! !A!N!J!2!030!B! !Z!Y!Z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !Z!Z!A!A!000!A!C!N! ! ! !Y! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: USAF ACADEMY, EL PASO County, COLORADO, 80840
State: Colorado Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $19.6 million to WESTON SOLUTIONS INC for work described as: TAS::57 3400::TAS 200505!000218!5700!FA8903!HSW/PKV !FA890304D8681 !A!N! !N!0028 ! !20041104!20060228!044519429!044519429!044519429!N!WESTON SOLUTIONS, INC !1400 WESTON WAY !WEST CHESTER !PA!19380!79545!041!08!UNITED … Key points: 1. The contract was awarded for Remediation Services, a critical component of environmental management. 2. Weston Solutions Inc. secured this significant award, indicating strong performance or competitive advantage. 3. The contract's full and open competition after exclusion of sources suggests a complex procurement process. 4. The sector is Construction, with a specific focus on environmental remediation services.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The total award amount of $19.6M for a 481-day duration appears reasonable for specialized remediation services. Benchmarking against similar environmental cleanup contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' which implies a competitive process but with specific limitations. This method can sometimes lead to higher prices if the pool of eligible bidders is restricted.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature, even with exclusions, aims to secure fair pricing. However, the specific exclusion criteria warrant scrutiny to ensure maximum taxpayer value.
Public Impact
Environmental cleanup services are vital for public health and safety, directly impacting communities near military installations. The award to Weston Solutions Inc. supports a company contributing to environmental restoration efforts. The duration of the contract suggests a substantial, ongoing remediation project.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for higher costs due to 'exclusion of sources' in competition.
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown makes precise value assessment difficult.
Positive Signals
- Awarded for critical environmental remediation services.
- Secured through a competitive process, albeit with exclusions.
- Long-term contract indicates significant project scope.
Sector Analysis
The construction sector, particularly environmental remediation, is crucial for managing legacy issues at federal sites. Spending benchmarks for similar remediation projects vary widely based on scope and complexity.
Small Business Impact
This contract does not appear to have specific set-asides for small businesses, as indicated by the award to a large corporation. Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities exist for small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract's oversight would fall under the Department of the Air Force. Monitoring performance and adherence to environmental regulations is key to ensuring accountability and effective service delivery.
Related Government Programs
- Remediation Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for inflated costs due to limited competition.
- Lack of transparency regarding the reasons for source exclusion.
- Complexity of environmental remediation projects can lead to cost overruns.
- Contract duration may not fully align with long-term remediation needs.
Tags
remediation-services, department-of-defense, co, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $19.6 million to WESTON SOLUTIONS INC. TAS::57 3400::TAS 200505!000218!5700!FA8903!HSW/PKV !FA890304D8681 !A!N! !N!0028 ! !20041104!20060228!044519429!044519429!044519429!N!WESTON SOLUTIONS, INC !1400 WESTON WAY !WEST CHESTER !PA!19380!79545!041!08!UNITED STATES AIR FO!EL PASO !COLORADO !+000015834717!N!N!000000000000!C219!OTHER ARCHITECT&ENGINEERING SERVICES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !ZOP !* !562910!E!
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is WESTON SOLUTIONS INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $19.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2004-11-04. End: 2006-02-28.
What specific environmental remediation activities are covered under this contract, and how do they align with the Air Force's environmental goals?
The contract is for Remediation Services (NAICS 562910), which typically includes activities like hazardous waste management, site cleanup, and environmental restoration. These services are essential for the Air Force to address environmental contamination at its installations, ensuring compliance with regulations and mitigating risks to human health and ecosystems. The specific scope would detail the types of contaminants and the methods for their removal or containment.
What were the primary reasons for excluding certain sources in the 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' process?
Excluding sources in a full and open competition usually occurs when specific technical capabilities, past performance, or unique requirements are necessary, and only a limited number of contractors can meet them. For remediation services, this could involve specialized equipment, proprietary technologies, or extensive experience with particular types of contamination relevant to the Air Force's needs at the specific site.
How does the per-unit cost or pricing structure compare to industry benchmarks for similar environmental remediation projects of this scale?
Without a detailed breakdown of pricing and specific service units, a direct comparison is challenging. However, the total award of $19.6M over approximately 1.3 years suggests a significant project. Industry benchmarks for large-scale remediation can range widely, but factors like site complexity, contaminant type, and regulatory requirements heavily influence costs. A thorough analysis would require comparing specific line items against similar government or commercial contracts.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Remediation and Other Waste Management Services › Remediation Services
Product/Service Code: ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES › ARCH-ENG SVCS - GENERAL
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: ARCHITECT-ENGINEER FAR 6.102
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Weston Solutions Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 118341234)
Address: 1400 WESTON WAY, WEST CHESTER, PA, 19380
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA890304D8681
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2004-11-04
Current End Date: 2006-02-28
Potential End Date: 2006-03-22 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-04-24
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